“I was disappointed and sad, a little bit shocked, to know now that we’re going to lose him at some point. But we’re going to lose everybody at some point. It’s just now that it’s definite.” #AusOpenpic.twitter.com/UdzSCNqPyv

“I think his injury of the hip is something certainly far worse than mine, my injury, because it’s obviously something that he’s been carrying for a while, for a couple of years.

“He’s unable to, even after several surgeries, get back to the desired level. As an athlete, that’s probably the biggest obstacle and enemy that you can have: an injury. That’s something that takes away your ability to compete and to play the sport that you love.

“So it’s sad for me, but for all sport, because Andy is a very respected and likable guy around the locker room.

“He’s a great champion. He’s a legend of this sport, without a doubt, multiple grand slam winner, two golds from Olympic Games, Davis Cup. He’s had it all.

“Yeah, I mean, it’s really hard to see him going through those emotions, as well, on the court and off the court. In front of you guys the other day… he touched us all definitely. I definitely wish him a painless future in whatever shape or form that is, on or off the court, as well.”

“I’m sad on behalf of Andy because Andy is so fun for me to watch. I think he’s entertaining. He’s such a great athlete. He stood up for us, too. I really appreciate what he’s done for women’s tennis.” #AusOpenpic.twitter.com/jDVJ5EMMd3